VL7™ Series
s p o t
l u m i n a i r e
Programmable
Zoom Optics:
CVF Color System:
Beam Size Control:
Intensity Control:
Strobe:
Color/Fixed Gobo Wheel:
The VARI❋LITE® VL7™ spot luminaire
Rotating Gobo Wheel:
uses a revolutionary collection optics
system that produces a bright, even
field using only 700 watts of arc power.
Edge & Pattern Focus:
Pan & Tilt:
Full color spectrum crossfades via the
unique CVF™ System, from the palest
shades to the most saturated hues
Range:
Max Velocity:
Accuracy:
Continuously variable beam angle from 5˚ to 40,̊ programmable over
a timed range of 2 seconds to 1 hour.
Continuously variable full color spectrum crossfading. Maximum
translation may occur over a programmed range from .5 second to
1 hour. Adjacent colors may be reached in as little as .12 second.
Beam size iris programmable over a timed range of .1 second to
30 seconds.
Consistent dimming from fully open to full blackout, over a
programmable range of .5 second to 1 hour.
Provides variable speed up to 7.25 Hz.
12 position wheel. Rotation in either direction over a range of 3 RPS to
1 RPM. Minimum time shall be .12 second for a single position change.
6 position gobo wheel. Wheel may rotate 180˚ in either direction in as
little as .3 second. Adjacent gobos may be reached in .12 second.
Individual gobo rotation shall be smooth and stepless over a range from
.2 RPM to 120 RPM in either direction. Angular resolution shall be .3.̊
Variable beam focus to soften edges of gobos or spots may be over a
timed range of 2 seconds to 1 hour.
Smooth, time controlled continuous motion by way of a digital
servo system.
Pan - 370,̊ Tilt - 270.̊
200˚ per second.
0.3˚ resolution.
with unparalleled precision and
repeatability.
Description
8:1 zoom projection lens produces a
Source:
Power Requirements:
high quality image that remains in focus
throughout the entire zoom range.
Rotating and fixed gobos, strobe and
image morphing.
Every feature is optimized for speed
and also for slow, smooth repeatable
transitions.
Reflector:
Operationial Temperature:
Cooling:
Control:
Mounting Position:
Spacing:
Weight:
Philips MSR 700 SA, 5600˚K integrated color temperature.
Lamp power from the APS6™ module in the Modular Power Distribution
Rack at 180 to 265 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Luminaires are powered through
the Smart Repeater™ Plus unit.
Precision metal reflector with dichroic cold mirror coating. Source may
be adjusted in the reflector to peak or flatten the projected beam field.
32˚ to 113˚F (0˚ to 45˚C).
Virtually silent forced air.
Completely compatible with either the VARI❋LITE automated lighting
system, featuring the Virtuoso™ console and Artisan® console families.
Also compatible with a wide variety of DMX-512 consoles.
Mounted and operated in any orientation.
Hangs on 26 in. (660 mm) centers.
68 lbs (30.8 kg).
Accessories
71.2528.0700
21.9650.0005
21.9650.4103
22.9634.0145
25.7042.0006
25.7042.0012
25.7042.0020
25.7155.0050
25.7155.0100
25.7155.0XXX
20.9623.0600
20.9625.0024
20.9625.0102
22.5011.0086
*Cannot exceed 300 ft. in length.
PART # : 20.9650.0001
MSR 700 SA Lamp
Series 300™ Truss Hook
Series 300 Floor Stand
Series 300 Safety Cable
6 ft. Shielded Series 300 Lamp Cable
12 ft. Shielded Series 300 Lamp Cable
20 ft. Shielded Series 300 Lamp Cable
50 ft. Shielded Series 300 Lamp Cable (Smart Lamp Plus)
100 ft. Shielded Series 300 Lamp Cable (Smart Lamp Plus)
Custom Length Shielded Series 300 Lamp Cable*
Smart Repeater™ Plus Unit
Series 300 Molded Plastic Work Trunk
VL7 Luminaire Trunk (Holds 2 VL7 luminaires)
Spare Components Set
VL7™ Series
s p o t
l u m i n a i r e
Specifications
The unit is an integrally designed, remote controlled, motorized spot luminaire. The housing and yoke
are constructed of aluminum and steel for lightweight strength and are forced-air cooled using four
virtually silent fans. The rear lamp cap slides away from the unit, providing ease of access to the lamp
for replacement.
Two enclosed, high torque servomotors are provided to permit movement of the head on a horizontal
plane of 370˚ and on a vertical plane of 270.̊ Control cabling runs internally to prevent tangling. The pan
and tilt are belt-driven, providing positional resolution and repeatability of 0.3˚ on either axis. Manual
override under power results in no harm to the drive mechanism.
26.0"
(660 mm)
Each unit is equipped with an on-board microprocessor providing diagnostic and self-calibration
functions. In the event the luminaire encounters any physical obstruction during calibration, the pan
and tilt motors will automatically be disabled preventing damage to the mechanisms.
The unit contains a rotating, easily removable filter wheel capable of holding up to eleven interchangeable,
user-selectable dichroic color filters or gobos. The wheel is capable of spinning continuously. A six
position rotating, indexable gobo wheel is also provided. Two motors provide independent drive regardless
of direction of movement. All gobos are easily removable from units without the need to power down or
lower the lighting system. Positional accuracy of the filter frame in reference to the beam is ensured by
the microprocessor, which maintains count of both stepper motors and optical sensors that define the
open white positions.
The unit contains a mechanical dimmer to provide full field dimming and allow for smooth timed fades
and fast blackouts. The unit also contains a douser/strobe mechanism with variable speed cycling of
up to eight times per second. A mechanical iris provides continuous beam size control for both rapid
changes and smooth timed beam angle changes. Variable beam focus is provided to soften edges of
gobos or spots and provide gobo crossfades. The zoom optics system provides adjustable field angle
from 5˚ to 40.̊
22.0"
(559 mm)
30.5"
(775 mm)
27.0"
(686 mm)
24.0"
(610 mm)
The unit contains a continuously variable dichroic color mechanism capable of full color spectrum
crossfading. The mechanism is programmable in a range of time from one second to one hour with
adjacent color changes possible in as little as .12 seconds.
The control cable to the luminaire provides both digital control signals and power from the Smart Repeater
Plus unit. A safety cable is provided with each unit, and a floor stand is available. Exterior finish is black
epoxy coat. Total weight does not exceed 68 lbs (30.8 kg). The unit is UL and C-UL listed and CE-marked.
Photometric Data*
VL7 Spot Luminaire - 700W Arc
1
FOV
CANDELA
(cd)
BEAM ANGLE
(DEGREES)
BEAM DIAMETER
TN1
FIELD ANGLE
(DEGREES)
FIELD DIAMETER
TN1
05˚
1,900,000
04.0˚
.070
06.5˚
.114
10˚
1,120,000
05.5˚
.096
10.0˚
.175
15˚
0,508,000
07.5˚
.131
15.0˚
.263
20˚
0,260,000
11.0˚
.193
21.0˚
.371
25˚
0,174,000
13.0˚
.228
25.5˚
.453
30˚
0,122,000
16.0˚
.281
29.5˚
.523
35˚
0,090,000
17.5˚
.308
34.0˚
.612
40˚
0,069,600
20.0˚
.353
37.0˚
.669
Multiply distance by Tn to determine coverage.
To calculate center beam Illuminance (I), at a specific distance (D): I = cd
— if (D) is in feet, (I) is in foot candles
D2
— if (D) is in meters, (I) is in lux
* All data taken with seasoned light source at 20 hours of life. Lens is focused on the beam size
iris to provide a hard edge for each FOV.
Vari-Lite, Inc.
201 Regal Row
Dallas, TX 75247
© 2000. Printed in the U.S.A. Specifications are subject to change without
notice. VARI❋LITE® and Artisan® are registered trademarks of Vari-Lite, Inc.
Virtuoso™, Series 300™, VL7™, APS6™ and Smart Repeater™ are trademarks of
Vari-Lite, Inc. VARI❋LITE® automated lighting equipment is made in the U.S.A.
Vari-Lite products are protected by patents granted and pending in the U.S.
and other countries.
1.877.VARILITE
fax: 214.630.5867
www.vari-lite.com
02.4240.0001
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